03 Jul 1920
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Newspaper
The Union
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1920
Page
1
E H Blaney defends Antioch Baptist Church and training of children replying to Andrew J Johnson and John Burdette. He accuses them of starting controversy and assigns blame for criticism, asserts church membership and lineage, and prefers a peaceful successor for his role.
A civic remark urges self reliance and equal opportunity, arguing that begging white people for aid harms respect and progress. It stresses that dignity comes from earning chance, a fair field, and no favors, and urges citizens to seize opportunity without reliance on others.
A call for a citywide community organization to instruct residents on proper public conduct expresses frustration with widespread street behavior. The author asserts that responsibility lies with local people and rejects reliance on white allies to fix the issue.
Readers are urged to reveal names of individuals behind a large fundraising appeal for a colored hospital. The notice emphasizes potential misrepresentation and calls for public disclosure of those responsible for the campaign.
A Saturday ball park scene featured a heated exchange as the umpire directed a vile remark at a Cuban pitcher, sparking a tense clash amid a crowd scene that highlighted the day’s stirring incidents and crowding controversy.
The account recalls a Cuban insult and an umpire's denial of using a racial slur. It argues racial prejudice harms American influence in Latin America and criticizes contempt for colored people. The piece cites historical memory and a French wartime aid to underscore shared humanity and heritage.
A historically charged editorial argues that segregation and racial hatred shape white reactions to Black people in the South. It critiques social boundaries, underscore abuses by some white men, and contemplates origins of light colored populations versus African ancestry. The piece links public spaces, private homes, and moral judgments in a tense racial discourse.
A stark notice urges newspapers to oppose prejudice during times of trial and race riots. It emphasizes the Union’s fight for equality and asks subscribers who owe money to settle to avoid weakening the cause and harming themselves.
Dan Kildare once a New York jazz artist and Clef Club president shot his English wife and sister in law during a Sunday quarrel, fatally wounded his two children, then killed himself. Police report a terrible tragedy creating a great sensation in London.
Manager Finley who knew him well, was his roommate while East. He speaks highly of him and says he became deranged. He was brainy and excitable, a West Indian figure in the scene.
The article notes a rapid start with 108 sustaining members at $10 each, a record for Cincinnati associations. It praises ten volunteers, a core sales group, 100 others who contributed faith and money, and a plan to clean and repair the Y, with a luncheon to discuss future service. July goal is 300 men at $7.59, aiming for ten new members daily.
A column lists varied local items including a Hammonds ice cream refusal and arrest, Chicago flag burner leader Jonas once speaking here, California anti Japanese stance, influx of Black migrants, Detroit and Cleveland comparisons, a St Louis colored fire company, Wilberforce president Scarbrough fired after 40 years, Bishop Josh Jones linked to the deal, Mrs Rachel Hammond aged 112 seeking arrest for theft, Virgie Doll’s return from Wilberforce, and the Carnation Embroidery Club hosted by Miss Lula Hogeans last Thursday.
Great excitement surrounds the bid as Harry C Smith a famed editor of The Old Reliable Cleveland Gazette enters the race. He forecasts strong support from the colored vote and numerous white friends, boosting his confidence.
Mrs Martha Bowman Williams and Miss Ethel Stewart of Dayton left Wednesday for Chicago and other points. Mr Fred Lee Everett and Miss Ethel Lackey were married June 19. A number of friends surprised Mrs O K Smith on her marriage anniversary. The Young People's Auxiliary plans a fourth of July picnic at Pleasant Ridge. Mrs Eliza Fowler, mother of Mrs R H Thompson, died June 8.
Mrs Bettie Caldwell and son visit Richmond while Mrs E Culpher plans a trip to Youngstown Ohio. J C Turner travels to Alliance Ohio. Mrs E Spiller and daughter host Lincoln Club. Mrs Isaac Johnson hosts Mother Bailey. Mrs H Z Norris and son visit Stanford. Ellisor’s remains moved for burial. Miss A M Poston not well this week. Mother Odren improving. Mrs L Williams and family visit Cincinnati. Mr H Williams is in a new position in Cincinnati.
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